Angels: What Do They Do?

“An angel is a spiritual creature without a body created by God for the service of Christendom and the church.”- Martin Luther

Real angels help us grow spiritually.

Real angels always point the way to God.

I. Angels Magnify God's Glory.

1. They praise God.

“Praise the LORD, you his angels, you mighty ones who do his bidding, who obey his word. Praise the LORD, all his heavenly hosts, you his servants who do his will. (Psalm 103:20-21)

2. Angels observe our worship.

“For this reason, and because of the angels, the woman ought to have a sign of authority on her head.” (1 Cor. 11:10)

II. Angels Proclaim God's Messages.

1. Angels proclaim good news.

2. Angels warn of coming judgment.

3. Angels interpret God's messages.

4. Angels execute God's judgments.

III. Angels Minister To God’s People.

“The angel of the LORD encamps around those who fear him, and he delivers them.” (Psalm 34:7)

1. Angels guard nations.

2. An angel shut the lion's mouths.

3. An angel opened prison doors.

4. Angels protect children.

5. Angels usher saints into God's glory.

6. Angels minister cleansing.